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Waste-to-energy auction planned for next year
The Department of Energy (DOE) is planning a special auction in January 2026 specifically for waste-to-energy (WTE) projects to boost renewable energy and manage solid waste.
This auction will prioritize WTE projects utilizing waste from Metro Manila and other highly urbanized cities, with a target completion by the fourth quarter of 2027.
The DOE will release the Notice of Auction and Terms of Reference this month, allowing interested bidders sufficient time to meet registration requirements.
A subsequent auction for biomass and WTE projects nationwide is scheduled for the second quarter of 2026.
The DOE views WTE projects as a crucial strategy for waste management, flood control, and generating clean energy.
Metro Manila and other highly urbanized cities generate approximately 6.12 million metric tons of municipal solid waste annually, representing a potential of 335 megawatts of base load power.
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